FROM THE USAPA
FROM THE PRESIDENT
2017 USAPA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OFFICERS
PRESIDENT David Jordan
VICE PRESIDENT Jack Thomas
SECRETARY Laura Patterson
TREASURER Darryl Noble
BOARD MEMBERS ( COMMITTEES )
AMBASSADORS Carrie Jermstad
COMMUNICATIONS Bob Nibarger
GRANTS Ray Pereyra
RATINGS Chris Thomas
TRAINING Pat Murphy
LEGAL COUNSEL , GRIEVANCE Phil Mortenson
NON-VOTING BOARD MEMBER
ADVISORY COMMITTEE Mark Friedenberg
STAFF
Wow , time flies when you ’ re having fun ! It has been five years since I assumed the role of president of the USAPA and it seems like only yesterday . What an honor and privilege it has been to serve in this capacity and I am so thankful for your support . But , all good things must come to an end and it is time for me to move on to the next chapter in my and Nancy ’ s life . I am a strong believer that for the good of the individual and
USAPA President Dave Jordan the organization , change needs to be ongoing . Thus , it is time for me to step aside and welcome Jack Thomas as the USAPA ’ s new president . Jack will assume his new role on January 1 , 2018 . Please offer him the same support you gave me . I am certain , under his leadership , the USAPA will continue to grow and provide leadership and support . I will maintain board membership as past president for a couple of years , advising and / or assisting as needed . I also look forward to the additional time I can spend on the courts , playing and talking to all the great folks , new and old , we ’ ve met over the past 15 years — thanks to pickleball .
Nancy and I will continue to promote this great sport with a funny name . Because of you this journey has been such a pleasure ; because of you pickleball is what it is today . We thank each and every one of you for your dedication and support . You have made us feel welcome wherever we go , sharing with us the love and enjoyment that makes pickleball such a special sport . This is a new beginning for Nancy and me and we look forward to it with great anticipation .
From our courts to yours , love and friendship always … David and Nancy
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Justin Maloof
MANAGING DIRECTOR OF COMPETITION Christine Barksdale
MANAGING DIRECTOR OF RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS Drew Wathey
BUSINESS MANAGER Linda Gartlan
Incoming USAPA President Jack Thomas shares a laugh with current USAPA President Dave Jordan .
NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2017 | MAGAZINE 7